Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

If someone does not have a will and all of their assets are transferred into the surviving spouse's name, are they also responsible for all of the deceased spouses's debt?


Asked on 4/18/12, 9:18 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

Presuming the transfer took place after the death - yes. Were any assets jointly registered? If so, some portion of them may not be subject to the debt repayment. More facts are needed for a complete response.

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Answered on 4/18/12, 10:08 am


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